The Advantages of LCD Television Screens
Liquid crystal display (better known as LCD) screens have many fans, and have revolutionised the televisual / audio industry ever since their inception. If you're currently shopping for a new television, here's a rundown of the reasons why LCD may be the best option for you.
- The natural lighting bonus.
You're watching TV on a sunny day, and everything should be perfect. Your favourite show is on, you’re kicking back and relaxing, and all is well. But it isn't: the screen is difficult to see, due to the natural light dimming the screen. So you have to go and shut the blinds or curtains, just so you can see the screen properly - even if it does mean blocking out an enjoyable dose of sunshine.
Sound familiar? It's a scenario everyone is familiar with to some degree, but with LCD televisions it can be a problem of the past. LCD screens work extremely well in natural light as they do not reflect light and cause a dimming of the picture. A big bonus if you live in a warmer climate.
- Thickness of screen.
Positioning a conventional television can be a nightmare, but life is much simpler with an LCD screen. Screens can be as little as two inches thick, giving you endless options for room setup and configuration.
- Power usage and heat generation.
An LCD television will be light on your electricity bill, as they use less power than conventional television sets. They also give off less heat, so can be comfortably positioned against wallpaper without worries.
The Disadvantages of LCD Television Screens
LCD television screens are often touted as the bees knees of the televisual world, with scores of confirmed fans worldwide. Yet before you purchase, make sure you're an informed as possible by browsing the disadvantages of LCD TVs below.
- Screen motion rate.
LCD screens be struggle to keep up with fast paced action, such as sports matches or any movie with rapidly changing scenes. This can generally be reduced by spending a little more on your television, as the higher quality the product the less the screen motion rate will be affected. Most viewers will not notice a difference between a conventional television screen and an LCD screen, but committed and serious buyers may wish to take this in to consideration if struggling to choose between LCD and their main competitor, plasma screens.
- Colour contrast and depth of black colour.
You may struggle to view an LCD screen in bright light, and the depth of black colour is inferior to that which can be displayed on plasma or conventional screens.
- Price
By and large, LCD units are more expensive than traditional screens, and do not fare well against their plasma rivals. To achieve very high grade visual effects with an LCD screen, it needs to be an expensive one. The end results are worth it, but not particularly kind to the pocket.
- Pixel failure.
The cheaper an LCD screen is, the more likely it is to suffer from pixel failure. That is, sections of the screen which do not function and instead produce solid colours of blocked pixels, significantly hampering viewing pleasure.
If you've got the money to spend, an LCD screen is a wise investment. If you're working to a strict budget, it may be better to consider other options so as not to compromise the integrity of your television watching.